You'll Fall For N.y.'s Autumn

October 22, 2006|By McClatchy Newspapers

Of all the seasons, autumn is thought by many to be New York City's most glorious. Summer's heat has faded, and the leaves in Central Park are turning. Even before Macy's annual Thanksgiving parade on Nov. 23, the city has a full slate of events to draw travelers.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art opens a special exhibition Tuesday titled "Americans in Paris, 1860-1900." It showcases the work of such artists as James McNeill Whistler, John Singer Sargent, Mary Cassatt and Winslow Homer. metmuseum.org

On Nov. 5, the world's largest marathon runs through city streets. More than 36,000 are expected to take part in the ING New York City Marathon.

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Make 'em laugh. That's what more than 100 stand-up comedians will be doing during the New York Comedy Festival Nov. 7-12. Among those appearing: Joy Behar, David Alan Grier and Denis Leary. nycomedyfestival.com

At the ninth annual Chocolate Show Nov. 10-12, chocolate makers and pastry chefs will give tastings and demonstrations. There will even be haute couture dresses made with chocolate. chocolateshow .com